Problem maximum number size?
I'm getting a alarm 111 maximum number size exceeded error in my macro A programs. I have 0m-a system and have an 0m-b manual. the 0m-b manual states the biggest number I can use is +/-2^32. I took...
View ArticleLooking for m17x1.5 chasers for Geometric D/DS
Anyone know of a source for them?? Loren
View ArticleProblem Can't set enable pins low?
So, after screwing around for a week trying to get hold of a DB25 male/male cable, I have everything plugged in (in a manner of speaking...), but, naturally, problems. I'm running LinuxCNC on an old...
View ArticleNewbie Gecko G540 mach3 setup motors not turning
hello I am a CNC newbie, and i just converted or in the process of converting my HF44991 milling machine to CNC. I got the CNCrouterparts 3 axis kit. i wired everything according to the instructions i...
View ArticleSinumerik 802D diagnostics
I am looking for some help to access the machine diagnostics on a Heinemann DN 400 lathe fitted with a Sinumerik 802D control. Intermittantly during a tool change the turret keeps on turning and...
View ArticleMachine-Enclosure on Craigslist near Baltimore, MD (not mine)
I ran across this on Craigslist. If anyone is thinking about adding an enclosure, this might be a good start for $200. I know NOTHING about the seller. I just wanted the Tormach group to know about it....
View ArticleNeed Help! Gecko 320x with PMDX-126 issue on a new setup
Well, I am trying to get the new build moving and I'm not sure what is wrong. I am using Gecko 320x drivers with a PMDX-126 breakout board to drive Keling KL34-180-72 DC Servos with CUI AMT102-V...
View ArticleAnother Good CNCRouterParts Experience
I purchased a set of proximity switches from CNCRouterParts about two weeks ago and found that I don't need them for my setup. This morning, a Sunday, I emailed Ahren and asked if I could return the...
View ArticleTaig Micromill 2000 and Sherline 4" rotary table with Mach 3
I am a newbie - please help. I have set all the motor tuning in Mach 3 as per my manual (step size of 8000) but the all the axis are moving the wrong amounts. They are out by a long way. If I ask it to...
View ArticleLaptop Opinions
I have a old dell laptop I use for all cad/cam work, it's running windows 7, but it's slow and clunky. I'm looking at replacing it, and looking at a Asus or toshiba. Any opinions of brands and models?...
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Aluminium motorcycle switch block prototype
Hello, I am looking for a quote on the attached from aluminium. If required to keep costs down I would also consider deleting some of the holes that cannot be simply milled and do these by hand. As...
View ArticleAcme in Canada?
Hi guys, Just wondering if anyone has ever found Acme 5 start leadscrews north of the border. Cheers! Colin
View ArticleProblem Steps
I recently converted a 7x14 lathe, funds or lack there of has forced me to use the stock screws. I'm using a automationtechnologiesinc.com 2 axis setup. My Z axis seems to be working fine, the problem...
View ArticleProblem 3axis cnc conversion axis movement is one half what it should be
I setup my mill , 3 axis , using linuxcnc step config program. step time 10k step space 10k Dir hold 20k Dir setup 20k jitter 14300 motor step per rotation 400 , micro step 2 , 1 to 1 , 10 leadpitch ,...
View ArticleNewbie which CAD/CAM software to go for
Hi All, Iam just starting out in the field of CAD/CAM. i am a self learner and havent joined any institute of any sort. i intend to learn this all on my own. i am pretty good with computer programming...
View Articlemakeing ballnut and ballscrew project
i thought of making my own ball nut and screw and i have access for precision cnc mill. the design idea would be to make it out of ball bearing balls and the milling matirial would be stainless steel....
View ArticleConsulta sobre máquinas de corte láser en Buenos Aires...
Hola, buenos días... Hace rato que estoy queriendo comprar una máquina de corte láser pero siempre por algún motivo quedo en el intento. Ahora que estoy con unos ahorros y quiero comprar algo para...
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Athc for Quickstep
Here is a simple design for a torch control for use with QUICKSTEP. Attached Images thc ver 1.jpg (86.3 KB)
View ArticleNeed Help! GSK Controller 980 TDB. Software issues, PLC not working!
First must make some apologies, new to this forum so might have posted in wrong area, new to CNC so might ask stupid questions and do stupid things! I have bought a Chinese Lathe, with a GSK 980TDB...
View ArticleNeed Help! Steppers Whistle on current adjustment.
Hello everybody, I need help with the following problem: I have 1.5A/phase stepper motors and I've put an Amp Meter on my driver to adjust the current accordingly. The thing is when I drop the current...
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